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Here are some of the key themes in the readings for the 31st Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Deuteronomy 6:2-6
The first part of the reading reminds the people of Israel to follow the precepts of the Lord as they enter into the promised land. The second part forms part of Jewish daily prayer: “Hear, O Israel! The Lord is our God, the Lord alone!” In this second part the love of God (heart, soul and strength) is understood as a total commitment of one’s entire being…all for the Lord. Psalm – 18:2-4,47,51
“I love you, Lord, my strength.” We acknowledge God’s might and praise his glory. 2nd Reading – Hebrews 7:23-28
This passage contrasts the Levitical priesthood with that of Jesus. The priesthood of Christ is eternal, sinless, always able to save, and his once-for-all sacrifice cleanses us from our sins. Gospel – Mark 12:28b-34
When asked which is the first of the commandments, Jesus quotes Deuteronomy 6:4-5 and Leviticus 19:18. Thus, loving God and loving neighbor are essential for Christian disciples, woven together in our daily words and actions. Mass Readings – 31st Sunday of the Year
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The exchange between Jesus and Bartimaeus reveals the longing within the blind man’s heart: he wants to see! This passage provides insight for us as we ponder the Lord’s question “What do you want me to do for you?” in our lives today.
Mass Readings – 30th Sunday of the Year
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St. Paul teaches that if Christ dwells in us, then the one who raised Christ from the dead will raise us up as well.
Mass Readings – Saturday of the 29th Week of the Year
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St. John of Capistrano…pray for us!
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St. Paul addresses the ongoing challenge of temptation we all face with the hope we have in Christ. It’s a spiritual battle, but one that we face everyday with the grace and strength of God.
Mass Readings – Friday of the 29th Week of the Year
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St. Pope John Paul II…pray for us!
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St. Paul speaks about how God’s grace transforms our lives and leads us on a path of sanctification, the lifelong process where Christ makes us ready for Heaven.
Mass Readings – Thursday of the 29th Week of the Year
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St. Paul addresses how the grace of Jesus frees us, not to sin but to become slaves of the righteousness of God. As a result, we have an insight into freedom: Christ frees us not to do whatever we want, but to do what is good, holy and true!
Mass Readings – Wednesday of the 29th Week of the Year
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St. Paul of the Cross…pray for us!
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St. Paul offers a contrast between the sin of Adam and the redemption we have in Jesus Christ, thus providing us with a view of the world that is both realistic and hopeful.
Mass Readings – Tuesday of the 29th Week of the Year
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St. John de Bréfeuf and St. Isaac Jogues…pray for us!
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The Gospel of Luke reveals several insights regarding how we proclaim the Good News: we do it together; we go with the Christ’s blessing; we carry out the Lord’s task and let people make their own choice.
Mass Readings – Feast of St. Luke, Evangelist
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St. Luke…pray for us!
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Let’s review some of the themes we find in the readings for the 30th Sunday of the Year.
1st Reading – Jeremiah 31:7-9
God’s power is revealed as the Lord delivers, gathers, consoles and leads the people. The people respond with joy, praise, exultation and hope. Psalm – 126:1-6
“The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.” This psalm connects directly with the 1st reading as our human response to God’s goodness. 2nd Reading – Hebrews 5:1-6
Christ was chosen by the Father to offer his life for us. Christ, because he understands our human weaknesses, deals with us patiently. Gospel – Mark 10:46-52
The blind man, Bartimaeus, calls out to Jesus and asks for help so he can see. Jesus acknowledges his faith and immediately heals him. Bartimaeus then follows Jesus on the way. Mass Readings – 30th Sunday of the Year
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The Lord takes a teachable moment and shows the disciples how greatness in Heaven is manifested by our service for others here on earth.
Mass Readings – 29th Sunday of the Year
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Three Great Things 